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Christian charity urges Australian teens to raise their voice in nation’s largest youth survey

Christian charity urges Australian teens to raise their voice in nation’s largest youth survey

Australian teenagers are being urged to speak up on the issues shaping their future, with just days left to take part in the country’s largest youth survey before it closes on Aug. 15. Mission Australia’s annual Youth Survey invites people aged 14 to 19 to share their views on topics ranging from mental health and climate change to cost of living, housing, and safety. The national non-denominational Christian charity says the findings will help guide policies, services, and support for young Aus

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